Sermons on Preparate:

Outdone By A Brick Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 6, 2022

When we worship, we need to give God everything we have to give.

OUTDONE BY A BRICK Text: Lk. 19:28-40 Introduction 1. Illustration: It was Palm Sunday but because of a sore throat, 5-year-old Sammy stayed home from church with a babysitter. When the family returned home, they were carrying several palm branches. Sammy inquired as to what they were for. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Methodist

Mary, Did You Know?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 26, 2022

We are all making exciting plans for Christmas. But in this sermon I want to talk to you about God’s plan for the first Christmas.

One thing that gets us upset, is when we have things all planned out and someone comes along and ruins our plans. For example, suppose you had plans for Saturday. You were going to take the family to the lake, and have a nice family picnic. You have been planning this picnic for weeks and you had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 28, 2018

Our hope is in His comfort. Our hope is in His preparation. Our hope is in His presence.

Advent: HOPE Isaiah 40:1-5 Advent ( Latin adventus, Greek parousia) : appearing, arrival or official visit. Romans 15:13 Psalm 33:20-22 Isaiah 40:31 Our hope is in His comfort vv.1-2 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 If God’s comfort is not enough for you, then no one else’s will be either. Our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Equipping The Called Series

Contributed by Captain Emily Vincent on Jul 11, 2023

Have you ever been asked to do something that you just did not feel prepared to do at all? God asks BIG things of us, and we feel like we could never measure up...BUT, He will ALWAYS equip us for the things He asks of us, even if we don't think we are ready for it yet!

As we continue to talk about our Mis-Quoted series…I wanted to focus a little bit on the different things God called His people to do in the Scriptures…WE are going to talk about a guy who, in all honesty, was not equipped to do what God was asking Him to do…but we as His people are called to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Salvation Army

Last Minute Living: Get Ready

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 19, 2025

Are we really spiritually ready? Be ready emotionally, physically and spiritually ready. What are we doing to be prepared for what is coming? Are we getting ready to leave this world?

LAST MINUTE LIVING? GETTING READY… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) When my dad pastored in Indiana there was a hand pump outside. There was one big problem with the pump. It had to be PRIMED. The was a large bucket at the iron pot at the foot of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-12, Mark 5:3, Joshua 3:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Suffering To Setup Series

Contributed by Sean Dees on Apr 1, 2025

Suffering is not a sermon topic we use much. It doesn't draw crowds or entice us to support the church. We fail to warn believers that there will be times of suffering. Suffering is something we all have to endure in our walk with the Lord.

Suffering to Setup Exodus 1:7-14 Ex 1:7 And the children of Israel were fruitful, and increased abundantly, and multiplied, and waxed exceeding mighty; and the land was filled with them. (8) Now there arose up a new king over Egypt, which knew not Joseph. (9) And he said unto his people, Behold, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:7-14

Ordinary Events That Changed The World Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Dec 2, 2024

A Christmas message focused on the Innkeeper. When we examine the Christmas story and its many events, we see that they generally begin with insignificant, ordinary activities. Yet God does extraordinary things through these events.

OUTLINE From Ordinary to Extraordinary - Part 1 Ordinary events that changed the world Dr. Tom Bartlett December 1, 2024 Luke 2:4-7 (NIV) 4 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. 5 He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7, John 1:11-12

Denomination: Other

Comforting God’s People

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Dec 4, 2023

Today’s text echoes what we see throughout scripture about how the Lord disciplines His children. God disciplines us because He loves us.

COMFORTING GOD’S PEOPLE (December 6, 2020) Text: Isaiah 40: 1 - 11 Isaiah 40:1 -11: Comfort, O comfort my people, says your God. 2 Speak tenderly to Jerusalem, and cry to her that she has served her term, that her penalty is paid, that she has received from the Lord’s hand ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Advent’s Sacred Journey Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 28, 2025

The journey unfolds like a carefully woven tapestry, each thread essential to the whole.

Title: Advent’s Sacred Journey Intro: The journey unfolds like a carefully woven tapestry, each thread essential to the whole. Scripture: Matthew 24:37-44 Reflection Dear Friends, As winter descends and the days grow shorter, the Christian season of Advent beckons us into a sacred journey of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-44

Denomination: Other

El Viaje Sagrado Del Adviento Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 28, 2025

El viaje se desarrolla como un tapiz cuidadosamente tejido, donde cada hilo es esencial para el conjunto.

Título: El viaje sagrado del Adviento Introducción: El viaje se desarrolla como un tapiz cuidadosamente tejido, donde cada hilo es esencial para el conjunto. Escritura: Mateo 24:37-44 Reflexión Queridos amigos, Con la llegada del invierno y la acortada llegada de los días, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-44

Denomination: Other

Sagradong Paglalakbay Ng Adbiyento Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 28, 2025

Ang paglalakbay ay nagbubukas tulad ng isang maingat na hinabi na tapiserya, ang bawat thread ay mahalaga sa kabuuan.

Pamagat: Sagradong Paglalakbay ng Adbiyento Intro: Ang paglalakbay ay nagbubukas tulad ng isang maingat na hinabi na tapiserya, ang bawat thread ay mahalaga sa kabuuan. Banal na Kasulatan: Mateo 24:37-44 Pagninilay Mahal na mga kaibigan, Habang lumulubog ang taglamig at lumiit ang mga araw, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-44

Denomination: Other

El Adviento Nos Invita A Caminar Juntos Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 29, 2025

La tradición del Año Jubilar añade otra capa de significado a esta temporada de Adviento.

Título: El Adviento nos invita a caminar juntos Introducción: La tradición del Año Jubilar añade otra capa de significado a esta temporada de Adviento. Escritura: Apocalipsis 22:1-5 Reflexión Queridos amigos, Hay algo silenciosamente revolucionario en esperar ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5

Denomination: Other

Inaanyayahan Tayo Ng Adbiyento Na Magkasama Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 29, 2025

Ang tradisyon ng Jubilee Year ay nagdaragdag ng isa pang layer ng kahulugan sa panahon ng Adbiyento.

Pamagat: Inaanyayahan Tayo ng Adbiyento na Magkasama Intro: Ang tradisyon ng Jubilee Year ay nagdaragdag ng isa pang layer ng kahulugan sa panahon ng Adbiyento. Banal na Kasulatan: Apocalipsis 22:1-5 Pagninilay Mahal na mga kaibigan, Mayroong isang bagay na tahimik na rebolusyonaryo tungkol ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5

Denomination: Other

The Journey PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Emphasize the importance of always being spiritually prepared and vigilant for the unexpected return of Jesus Christ.

Good morning, beloved members of our church family. Today, we are going to explore a message from the Gospel of Luke that encourages us to always be ready, prepared, and on our toes for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. In Luke 12:40, it is written, "You also must be ready, because the Son of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:40

Topics: Preparation, Jesus' Arrival

Watchful PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 19, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to trust in God's plan amidst chaos, reminding them to prepare for Christ's return, despite not knowing the exact timing. Key

Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather here today, we are united under the banner of His love, His grace, and His divine providence. We are here, not by chance, but by design. For the Lord has a word for us today, a word that will speak to our hearts, stir our spirits, and fortify our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Topics: Life, Preparation, Return